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Fauna

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Fauna of the Back Mangrove

img The Atlas Moth is the largest species of moth found in Southeast Asia. During the breeding season, the Atlas Moth lays its eggs on the leaves of the Sea Poison Tree. The fat, lime-green caterpillar can be seen munching on these leaves before turning into cocoons.
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img The Baya Weaver's craft of nest-making is one of the many wonders of nature. Blades from leaves are removed and threaded into symmetrical homes hanging from trees.
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img The Olive-backed Sunbird is often observed flying from branch to branch or feeding on the nectar of flowers.
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img The Changeable Lizard blends well into the surrounding flora. It is the favourite diet of birds and snakes.
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img The Cotton Stainer is brightly coloured insect in red and black to warn potential predators that it is not very palatable. Feeds on plant sap. It is considered a pest to the cotton farmers.


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